The Scratching Post Cat Rescue Shelter

About

This registered charity operates as a comprehensive feline rescue facility serving western Essex, eastern Hertfordshire, and eastern and northern London areas. Founded in 2004, the organization maintains seven specialized buildings designed to accommodate different stages of cat care, including isolation, maternity, kitten care, feral rehabilitation, and long-term resident housing. The facility typically houses around 90 cats but can expand capacity to 130 animals during peak kitten season through their foster network. The shelter follows a thorough rehabilitation process where all incoming cats receive veterinary examination, neutering, microchipping, and vaccination before being considered for adoption. Potential adopters undergo mandatory home inspections conducted via video calls, after which approved families gain access to a private rehoming platform featuring detailed profiles of available cats. The organization operates under a no-kill policy, providing permanent sanctuary for cats that cannot be rehomed while making compassionate end-of-life decisions only when advised by veterinary professionals. As a charitable organization relying entirely on donations, the facility works in partnership with local establishments like Java Whiskers to expand their fostering capabilities. Their mission centers on relieving suffering of mistreated, abandoned, and unwanted cats while maintaining professional standards of care and responsible rehoming practices throughout the greater London metropolitan area.